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African continent hits 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases

African continent hits 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases

NAIROBI, Kenya — Africa has surpassed 2 million confirmed coronavirus cases as the continent's top public health official warned Thursday that “we are inevitably edging toward a second wave” of infections.
Pandemic upends plans, lives of renowned Cuban musicians

Pandemic upends plans, lives of renowned Cuban musicians

HAVANA — Renowned Cuban musicians are turning to the internet or seeking other jobs to survive a pandemic that has closed bars, clubs and tourist venues across an island that only days ago reopened its airport to visitors after a nearly eight-month l
US jobless claims rise to 742,000; millions to lose aid

US jobless claims rise to 742,000; millions to lose aid

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid rose last week to 742,000, the first increase in five weeks and a sign that the resurgent viral outbreak is likely slowing the economy and forcing more companies to cut jobs.
Vardy and Rooney face off in 'WAG wars' celebrity libel case

Vardy and Rooney face off in 'WAG wars' celebrity libel case

LONDON — A courtroom drama mixing celebrities, amateur sleuthing and social media kicked off in London on Thursday, where one famous soccer spouse denies leaking stories about another to the tabloid press.
All NFL teams to enter intensive COVID-19 protocol Saturday

All NFL teams to enter intensive COVID-19 protocol Saturday

The NFL is placing all teams in intensive protocol starting Saturday to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 as the number of cases rises around the country.
'Tired to the bone': Hospitals overwhelmed with virus cases

'Tired to the bone': Hospitals overwhelmed with virus cases

Overwhelmed hospitals are converting chapels, cafeterias, waiting rooms, hallways, even a parking garage into patient treatment areas. Staff members are desperately calling around to other medical centres in search of open beds.
Report finds Australian troops unlawfully killed 39 Afghans

Report finds Australian troops unlawfully killed 39 Afghans

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A shocking Australian military report into war crimes has found evidence that elite Australian troops unlawfully killed 39 Afghan prisoners, farmers and civilians. Australian Defence Force Chief Gen.
Hoot, hoot, hoot! Owl in Rockefeller Center Christmas tree

Hoot, hoot, hoot! Owl in Rockefeller Center Christmas tree

NEW YORK — It wasn't quite a partridge in a pear tree, but a worker helping set up the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree found a holiday surprise — a tiny owl among the massive branches.
US drops case against ex-Mexican general after pressure

US drops case against ex-Mexican general after pressure

NEW YORK — The United States on Wednesday dropped a high-profile drug trafficking and money laundering case against a former Mexican defence secretary, an extraordinary reversal that followed an intense pressure campaign from Mexico.
Rapper with flamethrower in custody over NYC bus stunt

Rapper with flamethrower in custody over NYC bus stunt

NEW YORK — A rapper who shot off a flamethrower while standing on an occupied New York City bus surrendered to police on Wednesday. Authorities said Dupree G.O.D was arrested on charges of reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a weapon.
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